Ulul-Azm Prophets

15 Grade 8 Religious Education (IRE) questions on Ulul-Azm Prophets, with worked marking schemes. 15 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   Prophet Nuh (a.s) is remembered among the Ulul-Azm mainly because he:

   A. Was thrown into a fire

   B. Was swallowed by a big fish

   C. Received the Injil

   D. Preached patiently for a very long time despite rejection by his people

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2. Question 2

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   Which quality is MOST strongly associated with all the Ulul-Azm prophets?

   A. Skill in writing poetry

   B. Wealth and political power

   C. Steadfast patience and perseverance in the face of hardship

   D. Physical strength in battle

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3. Question 3

   5 marks

   Name the five prophets who are described as Ulul-Azm (prophets of firm determination).

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4. Question 4

   4 marks

   State four qualities that made the Ulul-Azm prophets outstanding among the messengers of Allah.

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5. Question 5

   1 mark

   A teacher explains that five Prophets are honoured with the title Ulul-Azm because of their great patience and determination in conveying Allah's message. Which of the following is one of these five Prophets of strong will?

   A. Prophet Yusuf (A.S.)

   B. Prophet Nuh (A.S.)

   C. Prophet Harun (A.S.)

   D. Prophet Yunus (A.S.)

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6. Question 6

   1 mark

   The term 'Ulul-Azm' is used to describe prophets who were:

   A. Prophets sent only to the Arabs

   B. Of firm determination and great patience in their mission

   C. The youngest prophets sent by Allah

   D. The only prophets who received revealed books

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7. Question 7

   5 marks

   In a class discussion, learners list Prophets Nuh, Ibrahim, Musa, Isa and Muhammad (S.A.W.) as the Ulul-Azm prophets.

   (a) Explain the meaning of the term 'Ulul-Azm'. (2 marks)

   (b) Describe three lessons a Grade 8 Muslim learner can derive from the patience and determination of the Ulul-Azm prophets when facing difficulties. (3 marks)

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   (a) 'Ulul-Azm' means the prophets 'of strong will / firm resolve / great determination'. They are the five messengers who showed exceptional patience and steadfastness in delivering Allah's message despite severe hardship. (2 marks) (b) Three lessons (1 mark each): - To remain patient and steadfast when facing trials, just as Nuh preached for many years despite rejection. - To rely on and trust Allah completely (tawakkul), as Ibrahim did when thrown into the fire. - To persevere in doing good and calling others to the truth without giving up, even when others mock or oppose you. - To remain firm in faith and not despair of Allah's help. (any three)

8. Question 8

   6 marks

   Prophet Ibrahim (a.s) showed great faith and determination. Describe three incidents from his life that demonstrate this.

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   Any 3 (2 marks each): He rejected idol worship and destroyed the idols of his people; he was thrown into the fire but Allah saved him; he was willing to sacrifice his son Ismail in obedience to Allah; he left his family in the barren valley of Makkah trusting Allah; he built/raised the Kaaba with Ismail.

9. Question 9

   1 mark

   A learner is told that one Ulul-Azm prophet was given the Injil. This prophet is:

   A. Isa (a.s)

   B. Nuh (a.s)

   C. Ibrahim (a.s)

   D. Musa (a.s)

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10. Question 10

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    Prophet Ibrahim (a.s) demonstrated firm determination when he was ready to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah. The son involved was:

    A. Ishaq

    B. Yusuf

    C. Yaqub

    D. Ismail

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11. Question 11

    1 mark

    During a lesson on the prophets of strong resolve (Ulul-Azm), the teacher asks the class to identify them. Which group correctly names the five Ulul-Azm prophets?

    A. Adam, Idris, Nuh, Hud and Salih

    B. Nuh, Ibrahim, Musa, Isa and Muhammad (S.A.W.)

    C. Yusuf, Ya'qub, Dawud, Sulayman and Yunus

    D. Adam, Nuh, Ibrahim, Lut and Musa

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12. Question 12

    6 marks

    Explain three lessons a Grade 8 learner can draw from the patience shown by the Ulul-Azm prophets when facing difficulties.

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    Any 3 (2 marks each): Remain patient/steadfast when facing challenges in life or studies; continue doing good even when others reject or oppose you; trust in Allah during hardships; be determined to achieve worthy goals; forgive those who wrong you; persevere in spreading truth. Accept relevant Kenyan-context application.

13. Question 13

    1 mark

    The revealed book associated with Prophet Musa (a.s) is the:

    A. Zabur

    B. Qur'an

    C. Tawrat

    D. Injil

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14. Question 14

    6 marks

    In a discussion, a learner states that all prophets were great, but five are given the special title 'Ulul-Azm' (those of strong will/determination).

    (a) Name the five Ulul-Azm prophets. (3 marks)

    (b) Explain three qualities of the Ulul-Azm prophets that a Muslim should emulate. (3 marks)

    (6 marks)

    Marking scheme

    (a) The five Ulul-Azm prophets are: Nuh (Noah), Ibrahim (Abraham), Musa (Moses), Isa (Jesus) and Muhammad (S.A.W.) - peace be upon them all. They are mentioned together in Q 33:7 and Q 42:13. (3 marks) (b) Any three: patience and perseverance in the face of hardship and rejection (e.g. Nuh preaching for many years); firm determination in delivering Allah's message; unwavering tawakkul (trust in Allah) during trials (e.g. Ibrahim thrown into the fire); courage in confronting tyranny (e.g. Musa before Pharaoh); steadfastness and forbearance. A Muslim emulates these by being patient, steadfast in faith, and courageous in upholding the truth. (3 marks)

15. Question 15

    1 mark

    Which of the following is the correct list of the five Ulul-Azm prophets?

    A. Nuh, Ibrahim, Musa, Isa and Muhammad

    B. Ibrahim, Ismail, Ishaq, Yaqub and Yusuf

    C. Musa, Harun, Dawud, Sulaiman and Isa

    D. Adam, Nuh, Yusuf, Yunus and Muhammad

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